Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2011 Chrysler 200 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
We left Canada to go on a vacation to southern california, the trip was 3200 kilometres. All of a sudden the wipers went up about 6 inches and stopped without being on. Later did it again. A few more times. We then tried to turn them on and it went half way and stopped. After that it did all kinds of weird thinks from turning on when the switch was off. This problem caused us to have to stop several times during our trip due to raining and snowing. The last day when we finally arrived to palm springs, when I shut the vehicle off, the wipers were on at full speed. I had to disconnect the battery to stop it. I then went on the internet and did some research. Thank goodness for people posting their problems on the internet, I was able to diagnose the problem to the TIPM. It appears to be a recurring problem with Chrysler TIPM's. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200 convertible. The contact stated that the vent control function failed to work on the front passenger side for warm air when the heating option was utilized. The failure caused difficulty defrosting the front windshield. The dealer replaced the thermostat and flushed the system more than two years ago, but the failure continued. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer (bill marsh Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 1655 s garfield ave, traverse city, mi 49686, [phone]) for diagnostic testing and repair. The contact was uncertain if the manufacturer would be able to provide a solution to the dealer to remedy the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and had the vehicle diagnosed by the dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the defroster was not operable and hot air blew from the vents. The vehicle was taken to cobleskill Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (2444 state route 7, cobleskill, ny 12043, [phone]) where it was diagnosed that the heater core needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 152,000. Consumer stated "hot air blew from the vents" not what she said. F manufacturer is aware of the failure. Consumer calle and stated that I was getting heat on the drivers and not the passenger side. Thus causing the passenger side not able to defrost properly as well as causing visual issue.
Wipers sometimes do not turn on when I need them to. Highly dangerous, I have pulled over in the ran before because my wipers on a four year old car will not engage. Additionally, wipers will turn on randomly sometimes during the day when I don't want them to. Not as dangerous, but still very annoying. Chrysler TIPM issue, the same one as previous issue 18 months ago. Wipers turn on randomly, sometimes won't turn on when needed. Replaced the TIPM 18 months ago, and Chrysler refused to pay (started a ticket with their national customer care). Issue has returned completely 100% identically as before. I'm bringing it back to the dealership, and I've reopened the ticket. They said they will "see what they can do"
While driving home from dinner my husbands heat stopped working on the passenger side of the vehicle. Ohio winters a very cold. Defrost on the drivers side was working bust the passenger side was not. Within minutes of driving the passenger side of the windshield frosted over making it impossible go see. It was unbearable being in the vehicle it was so cold. We have 2 small children and with a wind chill in the negative digits there is risk for frost bite. They are my biggest concern however what would normally be a 35 minute drive turned into over an hour becaise of poor visibility. How is this not a recall yet. Not being able to see is dangerous and being in a freezing car for over an hour is dangerous.
Clogged heater core on passenger side vents, all floor vents, and now also affecting driver's side. Defroster does not work properly on either side. Only blowing cold "air conditioning" temperature air. This occurred slowly over time but we noticed it the first time while traveling down the highway at 75mph in sub zero temperatures for 13 hours - the issue has progressed over the 13 hour trip and is completely clogged now. Took to an auto shop once at destination but they cannot flush the system because of the poor heater core design that won't allow for the fluid to flow through the dual system.
Heater core clogged with gelled coolant, reducing ability to defrost /melt ice from windshield in freezing rain at all speeds. Online research shows gelled coolant affects many Chrysler cars, causing no heat, ESP. On passenger side, no ability to melt ice, clogged coolant system, clogged t-stat (summer 2019) clogged oil intercooler (11/14/19) . This is the second time that cooling system had to be flushed since purchasing car on 8/4/18. Suspect specified hoat coolant causing problems in all Chrysler vehicles including avenger, charger (per service tech), pickups.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. When the vehicle was taken to safford Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat of winchester (1659 berryville pike, winchester, va 22603, [phone]) for inspection, the contact was informed that the vehicle was contaminated with sludge in the system. Also, the defroster was inoperable, and the heater core, engine oil, coolant, and radiator cap needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and provided a case number. The failure mileage was 108,210.
My wipers have started to not exactly stop working but that stop then start up again when you try to turn them on as if they are glitching. Then my horn stopped working so I went to get my car inspected. The total integrated power distribution module was not working apparently, a $1300 fix. This car has been a pain. Have replaced part after part. Have had 3 recalls and truly believe this should be a recall due to it being such a dumb thing. Even the mechanic was like this is the most expensive fix for a horn that I've ever seen!!
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 200. While driving at an unknown speed, heat failed to blow out of the passenger side of the vehicle. In addition, the defroster only defrosted on the driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000. The VIN was not provided.
Window & Wiper complaints in other 200 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are window & wiper problems on the 2011 Chrysler 200?
NHTSA has 20 complaints about the windows, wipers & sunroof of the 2011 Chrysler 200, 5% of the model year's 371 complaints. The component named most often is sun/moon roof assembly (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2011 Chrysler 200 window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for the 2011 Chrysler 200, though it has 3 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2011 Chrysler 200 window & wiper problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 86,000 miles, and 7% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.